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Old 01-10-2015, 09:45 PM #1
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Review: 4xInnovations Rear Bumper and Tire Carrier

4xInnovations Rear Bumper

Options –
Swing Out Tire Carrier
Single Jerry Can Mount
HiLift Jack Mount




There are not many detailed pictures or reviews out there for the 4xInnovations rear bumper and tire carrier for the 3rd Gen 4Runners so I thought I’d share mine to help others that are trying to decide between the few options that are out there for the 3rd Gen platform.

After removing the OEM spare, hitch and rear bumper the 4XInnovations rear bumper simply slides below the frame rails and is held on by 5 large grade 8 bolts on each side. 4 of the 5 holes were in the frame already with only the rear most hole (next to end of the frame rail) required to be drilled. After drilling the 2 extra holes it was just a matter of bolting the bumper in place...very simple with no issues as all the holes lined up perfectly

You can see the 5 bolts on each frame rail as well as the 2 tubular side bracing supports. The bumper is built off a Class III hitch and all the mounting brackets are ¼” steel. Needless to say it’s STOUT and quite heavy.







I didn't really care for the gap that was left between the bumper and the body so I covered it with a nice piece of aluminum diamond plate. This will provide protection as well when loading items in the back.





A few more pics of the rig....she's getting there





Final Thoughts -
Overall I'm very happy with the fit and finish of the bumper and would purchase it again. Other than a missing piece of hardware, which Adam promptly shipped to me, and a few minor hiccups on the swing arm install I have no complaints.

Props to 4xInnovations for a great product and for continuing to support the 3rd Gen platform.
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nice, that's a pretty clean set up!
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I really dig that.
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Looks very nice. It complements the ARB on front.
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Looks great. Exactly what I was looking for. Would love to see some side shots so we can view how far out the tire goes. I hang a dirt bike off th back and need the clearance.
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Thanks for posting, Ive been on the fence about purchasing this bumper for a while and every bit of info and pictures helps. I was curious about the gap (your diamond plate area) as I hadnt seen a pic with the hatch open yet, definitely needs something there to give it a more "finished" look.

How is the spare tire holder in terms of rattling or noise? Does it close up pretty solid? How about opening it, is it pretty easy, latch pins and hinges work smoothly?

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Classy install. Berry berry nice.
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Review: 4xInnovations Rear Bumper and Tire Carrier

I think If I were to ever do a bumper setup, this would be the style I do. Looks great! I'll probably build one first though.
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Alas, unless policy has changed, they don't have alterations for those with body lifts.
Looks really nice E-LOK'D.

EDIT: Just been informed policy has changed- available for 1 and 2" body lifts! Thought I'd better say so on here.
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The silver looks good! Looks nice and clean--time to go make it dirty!
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The silver looks good! Looks nice and clean--time to go make it dirty!
Nice!!! Looks great, I like the double shear mount on the swingarm
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Did you paint or powder coat? Did you do it or pay some one? Is it factory match paint or as close as you could fine?

Do you see a reason they don't match the finder line with the flare and the end of the bumper? More tire room? Would line up with the flare off?

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4xInnovations Rear Bumper

Options –
Swing Out Tire Carrier
Single Jerry Can Mount
HiLift Jack Mount




There are not many detailed pictures or reviews out there for the 4xInnovations rear bumper and tire carrier for the 3rd Gen 4Runners so I thought I’d share mine to help others that are trying to decide between the few options that are out there for the 3rd Gen platform.

Final Thoughts -
Overall I'm very happy with the fit and finish of the bumper and would purchase it again. Other than a missing piece of hardware, which Adam promptly shipped to me, and a few minor hiccups on the swing arm install I have no complaints.

Props to 4xInnovations for a great product and for continuing to support the 3rd Gen platform.
Nice touch on the diamond plating. I just got mine yesterday and that thing is built like a tank. Did you powder coat the backing nut stick on the mount also?
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Thanks for posting, Ive been on the fence about purchasing this bumper for a while and every bit of info and pictures helps. I was curious about the gap (your diamond plate area) as I hadnt seen a pic with the hatch open yet, definitely needs something there to give it a more "finished" look.

How is the spare tire holder in terms of rattling or noise? Does it close up pretty solid? How about opening it, is it pretty easy, latch pins and hinges work smoothly?
I have the same questions as Okiyota has? Also...is it difficult to open and close the tire carrier?

I also wanted to know if they built in wiring for lighting the license plate up??

Thanks for the write up!! Great job! I wish other guys with different rear bumpers would do the same! Hint, hint...lol!!!

Thanks again...

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Nice setup, on a side note. How do you like the BF Goodrich AT's so far? I think that's the next set of tires I want. Did you go with the 265 70r 16? Thanks in advance.
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